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156 | DESTINATION GUIDES Málaga Spain DIALLING CODE +34 CURRENCY € FLY FROM Basel-Mulhouse, Belfast (BFS), Berlin, Bristol, Geneva, Glasgow, Liverpool, London (LGW, LTN, STN), Manchester, Milan (MXP), Newcastle, Paris (CDG) FROM THE AIRPORT TAXI Pre-book your taxi at easyJet.com. A local taxi costs €15. Buses go to Málaga, with links to all the coastal resorts. Tickets: €1.20. There is a train linking the airport with Málaga and the Costa del Sol resorts. Visit the Europcar desk for special easyJet rates. BON APPETIT UP TO €15 Chiringuito La Jabega (Playa el Saltillo, Torremolinos, tel: 952 284 765) Located just before Benalmádena Port on the Carihuela seafront, this is one of the best beachside restaurants for seafood, including barbecued sardines. Non-fi sh lovers can opt for a slice of arguably the best tortilla on the Costa. UP TO €30 El Mirlo Blanco (13 Calle Cuesta de la Villa, Mijas, tel: 952 485 700) This long-standing popular restaurant specialises in Basque dishes such as kokotxas de bacalau (cod cheeks) and txanguroo (spider crab) and is located in the centre of the village overlooking a pretty plaza. Top off your meal with a Grand Marnier souffl é. UP TO €50 Skina (12 Calle Aduar, Marbella, tel: 952 765 277) In the cobbled heart of the Old Town, this charming restaurant prides itself on a truly innovative menu. Push the boat out with a fi sh dish such as grilled sole with fresh lime and ginger, or tempura with Iberican pork and onions. Intimate and stylish with moody lighting, this is a top choice for a romantic dinner. EXCLUSIVE Tragabuches (1 Calle José Aparacio, Ronda, tel: 952 190 291) This celebrated Michelinstarred restaurant serves innovative and well-crafted dishes such as ajo blanco (white garlic soup) with pistachios, foie gras with goat’s cheese or a choice of several game dishes, including loin of deer. There is a superb choice of quality wines too. AFTER DARK LOW KEY The Forum (14 Palangreros, Fuengirola) A relaxing bar in which to kick off a night out, the Forum is top choice for longtime expats, with weekly quiz nights, superb light snacks and an easy-going congenial atmosphere. LIVE MUSIC Taberna Flamenca Pepe López (Plaza de la Gamba Alegre, Torremolinos, tel: 952 381 284) Catch impromptu fl amenco at this taverna, with plenty of castanetclicking, swirling skirts and fi esta spirit. LATE & LIVELY Sinatra (2 Calle de la Ribera, Puerto Banús, tel: 952 819 050) The frontline for ogling the gin-palace crowd, this place has been around for decades and attracts plenty of colourful old-timers, as well as the occasional cocktail-quaffi ng celeb. THIS MONTH SHOP Colourful ceramics, locally woven rugs and exhibitions by local artists can be enjoyed on the fi rst Sunday of the month at the Ronda Feria ground. Alternatively, the normal Sunday market also has plenty of tempting items for sale, providing just one more reason for visiting this stunning mountain-top town. SEE Enjoy a soiree at Málaga’s wonderful art deco theatre, Teatro Cervantes, with productions this month including the famous one-act opera La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice) with words by Jean Cocteau and starring the esteemed Corsican soprano Michelle Canniccioni. From 11–13 March (teatrocervantes.com). GO Seville is the epitome of an Andalusian city, with its heady Moor-inspired architecture, fabulous fl amenco, superb tapas bars, sophisticated shopping and overall vibrancy. There are plenty of museums and sights here as well, including one of the most beautiful city parks and one of the world’s largest cathedrals. It’s an easy two-hour drive to Seville or you can hop on the train at Málaga. ESCAPE In the heart of the Axarquia, the pretty, whitewashed village of Cómpeta is home to some of the area’s best local wines. Ask for a taste at Museo del Vino (Avenida de la Constitución) in the centre of town, which also has an extensive display of Moroccan and local arts and crafts for sale, as well as honey, olive oil and other gourmet treats. NO WAY! If you happen to be enjoying tapas presented with a toothpick, don’t discard it – they’re often used to calculate your bill (especially in bars that specialise in Basque-style pintxos). Josephine Quintero Malta Malta DIALLING CODE +356 CURRENCY € FLY FROM Belfast, Liverpool, London (LGW), Manchester, Newcastle, Milan (MXP), Rome (FCO) FROM THE AIRPORT TAXI Pre-book your taxi at easyJet.com. A local taxi costs €16. No. 8 services Valletta and the main bus station. Visit the Europcar desk for special easyJet rates. BON APPETIT UP TO €30 Grotto Tavern (9–12 Parish Square, Rabat) Inspired LOW KEY Luna Lounge (Palazzo Parisio, Naxxar, tel: 21 412 461) Part of the exclusive Luna Collection within this magnifi cent palazzo, this is a haven of plush surroundings and cocktails. by Maltese and French culinary delights, this tavern off ers delicious food and wine, including the DIY raclette of meats, chicken and cheeses. EXCLUSIVE Palazzo Santa Rosa (Mistra Bay, Xemxija, St Pawl il-Bahar, tel: 21 582 737) Using organic vegetables grown in the Palazzo’s own garden, chef Claude Camilleri creates a slow-food feast for loyal patrons. AFTER DARK LATE & LIVELY Havana (St George’s Road) The home of R’n’B, hip hop and great old-school classics in Malta. Prepare to party until the early morning, surrounded by smooth sounds. THIS MONTH SHOP The desire for vintage clothing is taking off locally, and the team behind Blush & Panic is leading the way. Pop in for an original selection of clothes (Melita Street, Valletta). GO The carnival (4–8 March) is one of the best-loved events of Malta’s cultural calendar. Locals take to the streets in bright costumes to watch the colourful parade pass through Floriana, Valletta and Victoria (Gozo). NO WAY! In Nadur the carnival is celebrated in a distinct manner with a rowdy festival of grotesque masks and wild antics. Jo Caruana
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